Parker River National Wildlife Refuge6 Plum Island Turnpike (Plum Island)Newburyport, MA 978-465-5753 www.fws.gov/northeast/parkerriver FunInNewEngland Rating: (0 votes) Type: Wildlife Preserve Year Opened: 1942 A sanctuary for 270 species of birds; "When the refuge beach is open, ocean swimming is generally permitted. However treacherous undertows, currents, and heavy surf may be present and lifeguards are not provided." [from fws.gov] Last updated prior to 2013. Get map or directions from Google Maps, Yahoo Maps, Bing Maps, or Mapquest Rate it yourself Submit your own review |